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Toyota Mark II GX90 2.5 i 24V (180 Hp)
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Toyota Mark II:
The Toyota Mark II is a compact, later mid-size sedan manufactured and marketed in Japan by Toyota between 1968 and 2004. Prior to 1972, the model was marketed as the Toyota Corona Mark II. In most export markets, Toyota marketed the vehicle as the Toyota Cressida between 1976 and 1992 across four generations. Toyota replaced the rear-wheel-drive Cressida in North America with the front-wheel-drive Avalon. Every Mark II and Cressida was manufactured at the Motomachi plant at Toyota, Aichi, Japan from September 1968 to October 1993, and later at Toyota Motor Kyushu's Miyata plant from December 1992 to October 2000, with some models also assembled in Jakarta, Indonesia and Parañaque, Philippines as the Cressida....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GX90 Overview:
Toyota Mark II (GX90). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1370 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 i 24V (180 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth and refined inline-six power, offering a good balance for daily driving and occasional spirited runs without the turbo complexity.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption, typical for a naturally aspirated 2.5L inline-six, offering a good blend of power and efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary JDM reliability and build quality
- • Wide range of powerful and smooth inline-six engines, including the iconic 1JZ-GTE
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with excellent ride quality
- • Strong aftermarket support for performance and customization
- • Timeless, understated styling that ages well
Cons:
- • Base models can feel underpowered for the vehicle's size
- • Fuel economy can be poor, especially on higher-performance models
- • Lack of modern safety features (common for its era)
- • Finding well-maintained examples can be challenging outside Japan
- • Rust can be an issue in certain climates
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GX 81: 1989 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Mark II |
| Generation: | GX90 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 i 24V (180 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 180 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72.3 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1JZ-GE [Same engine] More details about the engine 1JZ-GE |
| Engine displacement: | 2491 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.8 kg/Nm, 171.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1370 |
| Max. weight: | 1645 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4750 mm mm |
| Width: | 1750 mm mm |
| Height: | 1390 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2730 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1495 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 H |
| Front suspension | Several levers and rods |
| Rear suspension | Several levers and rods |
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